Welcome home to 908 1st Ave in Sterling! A warm, inviting, fully renovated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home designed for comfort, convenience, and easy everyday living. Nothing to do but move in! Schedule your private showing today, homes with these features do not last long!! One of the standout features is the first-floor primary bedroom, complete with an attached full bath and a walk-in closet. The home also features two additional bedrooms and 2nd full bath upstairs providing plenty of space for household members, guests, or a home office. The first-floor laundry room and a half bath near kitchen adds everyday convenience. The Living room flows nicely through the kitchen and dining area, where sliding doors lead to a large deck-perfect for outdoor dining, entertaining, or relaxing with your morning coffee. Adding to the functionality is a convenient one-car garage accessed from the alley, offering off-street parking and extra storage. Natural light fills the living spaces, and the layout is both practical and welcoming. Located near shopping, dining, and local amenities, this home offers a great balance of comfort and accessibility. If you are looking for a home with main-level living, outdoor space, and a garage, this home is worth a closer look. 2025 Updates include: Exterior has new roof, vinyl siding, windows, gutters, down spouts. Interior has new kitchen cabinets, counter top, sink, and breakfast bar, appliances. New LVT flooring in kitchen, dining room, bathroom, and main floor laundry areas. New 6 panel interior door, wood trim, slider door, and exterior front and back door. Main floor Master bedroom has walk in closet and remodeled full bath, main floor 1/2 bath and full bath upstairs. Freshly painted interior, carpet, and new light fixtures including ceiling fans with remotes.
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$165,000
908 1st Ave, Sterling, IL 61081
3beds
1,282sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
8,276.4 Square Feet Lot
$168,300 Zestimate®
$129/sqft
$1,288 Estimated rent
Home value
$168,300
$131,000 - $215,000
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Two additional bedroomsFreshly painted interiorFirst-floor primary bedroomFirst-floor laundry roomHalf bath near kitchenOutdoor spaceMain-level living
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Elissa Jarke 815-981-0552,
Century 21 Circle
Bought with:
Alan Lewis
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12558707
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X15
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X22
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Updated Kitchen)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X15
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X15
Walk in closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X6
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Replacement Windows
- Doors: Sliding Glass Door(s)
- Windows: Replacement Windows
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,310
- Total interior livable area: 1,282 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Gravel, Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 8,276 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 169.5
Details
- Parcel number: 11212610030000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Sterling
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/12/2026 | Sold | $165,000-4%$129/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12558707 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2026 | Contingent | $171,900$134/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12558707 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $171,900+11.3%$134/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12558707 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2025 | Sold | $154,500$121/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12483444 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2025 | Contingent | $154,500$121/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12483444 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $154,500+260.1%$121/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12483444 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2025 | Sold | $42,900$33/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $268 -0.5% | $20,542 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $270 -1.9% | $19,283 +4.5% |
| 2022 | $275 -2.3% | $18,449 +6% |
| 2021 | $281 -0.7% | $17,398 +3.6% |
| 2020 | $283 -1.2% | $16,789 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $287 +1.2% | $16,484 -0.2% |
| 2018 | $283 -0.9% | $16,511 +0.7% |
| 2017 | $286 -0.7% | $16,398 +3.3% |
| 2016 | $288 +7.4% | $15,870 -2.7% |
| 2015 | $268 -2% | $16,306 +2.3% |
| 2014 | $273 +2.1% | $15,944 -2.2% |
| 2013 | $268 -25.2% | $16,306 |
| 2012 | $358 +2% | $16,306 -2.6% |
| 2011 | $351 +0.4% | $16,747 -1.6% |
| 2010 | $349 +0.8% | $17,015 +1.8% |
| 2009 | $347 -27.9% | $16,716 +1.2% |
| 2008 | $481 +1.5% | $16,514 +4.3% |
| 2007 | $473 | $15,827 +2.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $15,375 |
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Neighborhood: 61081
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAJefferson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Challand Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Sterling High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 5
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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